2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 26 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
